Amenities within several state parks are shut down, after storms that swept across the state this week downed trees and flooded trails. Crews are still assessing the damage at state parks in west central, southwest and south central Wisconsin. Officials say the horse campground and all horse trails at Wildcat Mountain State Park will be closed until at least late next week. The sand beaches, boat landings and some parking lots at Governor Dodge are under water - and many trails will be … [Read More...]
Ryan says tax reform will happen this year
Getting rid of Obamacare may be in limbo, but House Speaker Paul Ryan insists another Republican goal is within reach -- tax reform. At the New Balance shoe plant in Lawrence, Massachusetts on Thursday, Ryan cited that he called a "crazy" current corporate tax rate of between 35 and 45 percent. "The rest of the world taxes their businesses at an average tax rate of 22 and a-half percent. We're shooting ourselves in the foot." Ryan said the U.S. tax code hasn't been significantly altered … [Read More...]
Evers files papers for governor’s campaign
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Evers is edging closer to a run for governor. Evers has filed a campaign registration statement with the state elections commission -- another step towards a challenge to Republican Governor Scott Walker in 2018. Evers released a statement: As I continue talking with voters about the future of our state, this is the next logical for me to take. My record of public service and leadership on behalf of Wisconsin families, kids, and educators brings a … [Read More...]
Milwaukee Police Chief Flynn ordered to change pursuit policy
Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn is under orders to change his department's pursuit policy within a week -- or be out of a job. Flynn warned the Police and Fire Commission that changes could result in more injuries, or even deaths. Flynn also said he doesn't like how the commission issued the order. "I'm concerned that the FPC met in secret to issue this directive," Flynn said. "I did a presentation for them on June 6 about our pursuit policy, and they never contacted me or asked me a question … [Read More...]
Wisconsin unemployment rate unchanged in June
Wisconsin's new unemployment rate June was unchanged from the previous month. State officials said Thursday that the seasonally adjusted jobless rate for June was 3.1 percent, the same as May and just one percentage point above the record low rate of three percent from May through July of 1999. Those were the lowest levels since state figures first became available in 1976. The Wisconsin jobless rate has remained well below the national rate for 30 years -- and the new figure is 1.3 … [Read More...]
Politics & Government
Ryan says tax reform will happen this year
Getting rid of Obamacare may be in limbo, but House Speaker Paul Ryan insists another Republican goal is within reach — tax reform. At the New Balance shoe plant in Lawrence, Massachusetts on Thursday, Ryan cited that he called a “crazy” current corporate tax rate of between 35 and 45 percent. “The rest of the […]
Crime & Courts
Shawano County deputies cleared in shooting
Deputies have been cleared in a February use of force incident in Shawano County. District Attorney Greg Parker said use of deadly force was reasonable given the circumstances of the incident. Deputies were called for a distraught individual, identified as Daniel Onesti of Wittenberg. The call came after Onesti started making threats, stating he would […]
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Titletown Report
Packers WR Allison suspended one game
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison has been suspended one game without pay for violating the NFL substance-abuse policy. Allison was charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession in December after he was pulled over for speeding on I-43 near Francis Creek. He reached a settlement in the case and will pay $330.50 and perform community service. […]
Sports
Brewers losing streak reaches four games
The Milwaukee Brewers blew a 9th inning lead and lost their fourth straight, 3-2 in 10 innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Brewers all-star closer Corey Knebel gave up the tying run in the ninth inning and Jared Hughes gave up the game winner in the 10th, giving the Pirates the first three […]